Georgia Council on Aging

Engage with CO-AGE! The Georgia Council on Aging will present some important updates from the 2021 Georgia legislative session and share the results of advocacy for older Georgians. Join us to learn about CO-AGE efforts and how you can be involved in making positive change moving forward.

Today is the last day of the Department of Human Service's State Employee Appreciation Week. Please take a gander at GCOA's squad that are dedicated and determined to fight for older Georgians, Kathy Floyd, Natasha Taylor and Eric Ryan!

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It’s Foodie Friday!

Long Term Care Hospital Services specialize in treating patients that are hospitalized for more than 25 days. Patients may include people who've used ventilators for an extended period of time or experience a severe wound or head injury. Click below for more information.

Today is National Nurses Day! We especially salute all the nurses that put their lives on the line to save lives amid this COVID-19 crisis!

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Please always remember that depression is NOT a normal sign of aging.

Rest in Peace Ms. Tyson! You are truly an extraordinary actress!

Tomorrow is the last day to submit your messages for Senior Week 2021. Senior Week will take place on February 23rd in a virtual format and anybody can participate from around the state and stay safe! We are in the process of collecting messages from seniors and advocates. We will divide the messages by legislator to deliver them live on February 23rd at the state capitol. To do this, WE NEED YOUR HELP! Please contact Eric Ryan at [email protected] and he will collect your message. DO THIS TODAY because tomorrow the deadline expires! We’ll look forward to seeing your messages!

Saying goodbye to a very funny actress!

Throughout October and November, GCOA hosted an Advocacy 101 series that gained over 420 viewers! Topics covered included: What is an advocate, basic advocacy activities, and how to spread the word on important issues affecting older Georgians. For those of you who were unable to watch the series, we have made it available to the public! Tune in here to learn how to become an effective advocate for Georgia's seniors.

Scary news out of New York!

The Georgia Council on Aging welcomes the first day of Winter!

The Georgia Council on Aging wants to hear from you! How have aging services made a difference to you or others you know? These aging services may include Perso...nal Care Aide, Homemaker Aide, and Respite Care among others. Please send your personal messages to Eric Ryan at [email protected], or by mail to: Georgia Council on Aging, 2 Peachtree Street NW, Suite 32-270, Atlanta, GA 30303, no later than January 30, 2021.

Did you miss our CO-AGE meeting today? Don't worry!! You can still watch below to hear more about our 2021 Priority Issues and for an update from DHS Commissioner, Robyn Crittenden, and DAS Director, Abby Cox.

There will be FREE COVID-19 testing at three locations in Columbus on Saturday, December 19 and one location on Sunday, December 20! This is for Georgia residents only and you must register for an appointment time! Read more for details.

Are you ready for our Autumn CO-AGE meeting? Our CO-AGE meeting will take place via Facebook Live TODAY at 10 am. You will be able to view the live stream by clicking on the following link https://www.facebook.com/events/982467295530620 or by visiting our website at www.gcoa.org. Enjoy!

Clarification of the details regarding the federal vaccine program.

Here’s a healthy but tasty Foodie Friday!

A sweet way to celebrate your hump day! Celebrate National Chocolate Day today!

Catch one of our virtual programs this week or plan ahead for November! Our program offerings for the next month are now available at alz.org/sc.

Happy birthday Commissioner Crittenden!

Learn how to spot the warning signs of elder abuse and neglect.

Greens #WhatYallGot?

Important decision expected soon on allowing cameras in nursing homes!